Polymnie

The stone sculpture of Polymnie stands at the entrance of Theatre Graslin, depicting the muse of sacred poetry and eloquence with classical features.

Created in 1825, the statue represents a period of artistic renaissance in Nantes when neoclassical architecture and sculpture transformed the city landscape.

The statue forms part of a collection dedicated to the nine muses of Greek mythology, illustrating the connection between theatre, poetry, and divine inspiration.

Located at coordinates 47.2133382, -1.5621323, the statue remains visible to visitors throughout the day and requires no admission fee for viewing.

The inscription on the scroll held by Polymnie contains specific references to its creators, H. Gravelot and N. DeLaunay, documenting its artistic lineage.

Inception: January 1, 1825

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 47.21334,-1.56213

Latest update: March 24, 2025 05:06